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Why should Canadians care about the U.S. pulling out of the World Health Organization?
The decision is a wake-up call for Canada to strengthen pandemic preparedness efforts, say experts.
Charter challenge of Ontario's controversial long-term care law thrown out by court
An Ontario court has thrown out a Charter challenge of a controversial long-term care law that allows hospitals to move people into homes they didn't choose, or charge them $400 a day if they refuse and want to stay in hospital.
As Ford eyes Trump, opposition parties say Ontario's doctor shortage must remain in focus during election
Ontario’s opposition parties say addressing the province’s growing doctor shortage must be a key part of an imminent provincial election, resisting Premier Doug Ford’s push to frame the vote as a fight against U.S. President Donald Trump and his tariff threats.
Why getting your pet's prescription filled at a pharmacy isn't an easy option in Canada
Some pharmacists across Canada are struggling to supply pet owners with medicines for pets as manufacturers, distributors and even vet regulators limit access to them, a joint CBC/Radio-Canada investigation has found.
Public Health Agency not renewing contracts of over 800 employees, including 245 at Winnipeg lab: union
The union representing workers with the Public Health Agency of Canada says the federal government is not renewing the contracts of over 800 employees, including at least 245 at the National Microbiology Laboratory in Winnipeg.
These Ontario doulas scammed by Kaitlyn Braun are 'building their own village' for support
Almost a year after Kaitlyn Braun was sentenced to house arrest for fraudulently receiving pregnancy-care services from doulas, many of the Brantford woman's victims have created an Ontario-wide community network of support for people in the profession.
This new interactive training system gives health-care workers a refresher in CPR — in real time
Staff at the Montreal Heart Institute usually get CPR training once a year. With this new technology, which includes live instructions and feedback, the hospital is aiming to conduct four training sessions a year for nurses and patient attendants.
'Prehab' before surgery speeds up patient recovery, review suggests
Exercise, nutritional changes and psychological support could have huge benefits for people before they have planned surgeries, reducing complications and hospital stays, according to a large, new systematic review.
Robotics team from Hamilton children's hospital wins big at provincial Lego league championship
A seven-member team from Hamilton's Ron Joyce Children's Healthcare won several trophies at The First Lego League Provincial Championship in Oshawa. They are the only participants from a kids' hospital who've been in a Lego robotics competition in North America.
B.C. Supreme Court certifies Canada-wide class-action lawsuit against opioid makers
Attorney General Niki Sharma says B.C. can now proceed as a representative plaintiff on behalf of other Canadian governments with litigation aimed at recovering the costs of treating opioid-related diseases allegedly caused by the industry's conduct.
N.W.T. health authority sending nurse to Jean Marie River amid widespread illness
The Northwest Territories Health and Social Services Authority says no respiratory outbreaks have officially been declared in Jean Marie River, but it's monitoring the health situation in the small community.
Trump administration asks U.S. health agencies to pause reports, online posts
The Trump administration has put a freeze on many federal health agency communications with the public, through at least the end of the month.
New advice for doctors struggling with too many patients as Alberta health system under strain
New guidelines are in place for Alberta doctors who, for safety reasons, decide to reduce the number of patients on their roster.
Endless diarrhea and exhaustion: the stomach bug making the rounds among the most vulnerable in Canada
Shigella infections are preventable through simple hygiene measures, public health experts say, like giving homeless people access to public toilets and a place to wash their hands.
This First Nation lost a 10-year-old girl to suicide. The community is speaking out about it
Mishkeegogamang First Nation in northwestern Ontario is grieving the loss of a 10-year-old girl to suicide over the holidays, and across the region, unnatural death rates are on the rise. Nishnawbe Aski police are encouraging adults to speak with children about cyberbullying, and the Ojibway First Nation is pushing for a new health and treatment centre that incorporates more land-based initiatives.
How cold is too cold to exercise outdoors?
Some people enjoy braving the cold to practise outdoor sports and winter activities. But at what point could it no longer be good for you?
Broadcaster Scott Oake hopes his advocacy can spare other families the pain of drug addiction
Oake’s efforts have led to the opening of a recovery centre for men, named after his son. He says the centre has saved many lives since opening in 2021.
Germany, experts urge Trump to reconsider withdrawing U.S. from World Health Organization
Germany said Tuesday it will try to dissuade U.S. President Donald Trump from pulling out from the World Health Organization as many global health experts fear the move could substantially weaken global health security.
Sask. has enough COVID-19 vaccines for spring, won't confirm whether it plans to buy more
An expert says provinces will likely begin to closely tie influenza vaccines and COVID-19 vaccines together as part of future vaccination campaigns.
'I feel trapped': Regina meningitis patient faces barriers to rehabilitation support
When Brenda Herback woke up the morning she was set to fly to France from Regina for a vacation, she had no idea she would be in a coma in a matter of days.